UCLA hosts Nevada in Week 9 college football matchup

No. 7 UCLA (7-0) is scheduled to host Nevada (3-4) on Saturday, October 31, at 4:15 PM ET. UCLA enters the game as a significant favorite with a 22.5-point spread.

UCLA boasts a strong defense, ranking 10th in the FBS for total defense and 9th in rushing defense. Offensively, the team ranks 9th in rushing yards per game, led by Wayne Knight with 627 yards and 12 touchdowns. The Bruins also hold a +11 turnover margin, which ranks 4th in the FBS.

Nevada enters the matchup with a 3-4 record. Their defensive strengths include a 6th-ranked passing defense, allowing only 153.0 yards per game. However, the team struggles with a -9 turnover margin and ranks 125th in red zone defense. Key players for Nevada include rushing leader Dominic Kelley, who has 582 yards and 5 touchdowns.